AC Omonia
Squad
Andraž Kirm2014current
André Schembri2015current
Karim Hafez2015current- Ádám Lang2019current
Sotiris Kaiafas1967–1984- Efstathios Aloneftis2000–2005
- Paulo Rink2005–2006
- Paulo Rink2006–2006
Zé Elias2006–2007- Efstathios Aloneftis2008–2012
Giannis Okkas2008–2009- Klodian Duro2008–2009
Christos Patsatzoglou2009–2010
Maciej Żurawski2009–2010- Michalis Konstantinou2009–2011
Dragoslav Jevrić2010–2012
Lomana LuaLua2010–2011
Josip Tadić2011–2011- André Schembri2012–2014
Bryan Bergougnoux2012–2012
Hamer Bouazza2012–2012
Johnny Leoni2012–2013
José Moreira2013–2015
Mickaël Poté2014–2015
Milan Stepanov2014–2015- Milan Stepanov2014–2014
Ucha Lobjanidze2014–2016
Cillian Sheridan2015–2015- Romaric2015–2015
Matt Derbyshire2016–2020
Borja Ekiza2017–2018
Kári Árnason2017–2017
John Alvbåge2018–2019
Jordi Gómez2018–2022
Tomás Mejías2018–2019
Tomáš Hubočan2019–2022
Costel Pantilimon2020–2020- Marko Šćepović2021–2022
- Karim Ansarifard2022–2024
- Stevan Jovetić2024–2026
AC Omonia is a professional football club based in Nicosia, Cyprus, known for its rich history and competitive spirit.
The club has been a participant in the Cypriot First Division since 1953, marking its entry into top-tier football.
Established on June 4, 1948, AC Omonia was formed by players expelled from APOEL due to political tensions.
Biography
Formation
AC Omonia, officially known as Athletic Club Omonoia Nicosia, was established on June 4, 1948, in Nicosia, Cyprus. The club was formed following a split from the APOEL football club, where several players were expelled due to political tensions surrounding the Greek Civil War. Dr. Mattheos Papapetrou organized a meeting that led to the creation of Omonia, which quickly became a significant player in Cypriot football. The club initially participated in the Cyprus Amateur Football Federation (CAFF) league, where it achieved remarkable success, winning four championships and five cups from 1948 to 1953.
Early Years in the Cypriot First Division
In 1953, Omonia was accepted into the Cypriot First Division, marking a new era for the club. The team faced challenges in its inaugural season, finishing seventh out of nine teams. However, the club's performance improved over the years, with its best finish in the 1956-57 season, where it secured third place. Omonia's early years in the First Division were characterized by a struggle for consistency, but the foundation laid during this period set the stage for future successes.
Professionalization and Legacy
On June 14, 2018, AC Omonia transitioned to a professional for-profit football company, rebranding as Omonoia FC. This move marked a significant shift in the club's operations and ambitions. Throughout its history, Omonia has been a dominant force in Cypriot football, known for its passionate fan base and competitive spirit. The club's legacy is underscored by its numerous titles, including a record four CAFF Championships and five CAFF Cups, showcasing its long-standing tradition of excellence in the sport.
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Career & Clubs
Creation and early years (1948–1953)
On 23 May 1948, the governing board of APOEL football club sent a telegram to the Hellenic Association of Amateur Athletics (Greek: Σ.Ε.Γ.Α.Σ.), with the opportunity of the annual Panhellenic Track and Field Competition. In its telegram, the board stated its wish for what it described as the "communist mutiny" to be ended. Club players considering this action as a specifically political comment on the Greek Civil War distanced themselves from the board and were duly expelled from APOEL. On 4 June 1948, Dr. Mattheos Papapetrou organized a meeting in Nicosia that led to the creation of Omonia. Many players expelled from APOEL were present at the meeting and joined the new club. Along with other left-wing teams such as Nea Salamina, Alki Larnaca and Orfeas Nicosia, Omonia helped create the Cyprus Amateur Football Federation in December 1948. Omonia took part in the CAFF league until 1953, having won four out of five played championships and five out of five played cups. Omonia was then accepted by the Cyprus Football Association to participate in the Cypriot First Division.
Beginnings in the Cypriot First Division (1953–1969)
After joining the Cypriot First Division in 1953, Omonia only placed seventh out of nine teams in the 1953–54 season, barely avoiding relegation. During that decade, the club's best placing came during the 1956–57 season when the club finished in the third position. The team would make its closest push…
- League
- Cypriot First Division
Legacy
Minor Titles
CAFF Championship Winners (4) (record): 1948–49, 1949–50, 1950–51, 1951–52 CAFF Cup Winners (5) (record): 1948–49, 1949–50, 1950–51, 1951–52, 1952–53
Archive
Passport
Identifiers & aliases
professional association football club based in Nicosia, Cyprus
Athletic Club Omonoia Nicosia, commonly known as Omonoia Nicosia, or simply Omonoia, is a Cypriot professional multi-sport club, established on 4 June 1948 in Nicosia. It is best known for its football department, which has participated in the Cypriot First Division since 1953. On 14 June 2018, the football department of AC Omonoia became a professional for-profit football company, and is since known as Omonoia FC.
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